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Our Recommendation
8.5

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers a superior vantage point for the iconic approach into London Heathrow, frequently passing directly over the Thames and central landmarks, complemented by vast Sahara views.

Left Side Highlights
8.5
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Lagos Lagoon

Aerial views of the Third Mainland Bridge and the sprawling aquatic geography of Lagos upon departure.

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Grand Erg Oriental

Witness the massive, undulating sand dunes of the Algerian Sahara stretching toward the horizon.

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The Pyrenees

Dramatic views of the jagged, snow-capped border between Spain and France during mid-flight.

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Loire Valley

Glimpses of historic French chateaus and the winding Loire river as you head north through France.

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Central London

On a standard Westerly approach, get a front-row seat to the London Eye, Big Ben, and Buckingham Palace.

Book a window seat on the left for the morning flights to avoid direct sun glare while crossing the Sahara. For the London approach, keep your camera ready about 15 minutes before landing; flights often stack in a holding pattern over North London, providing multiple angles of the city.

Right Side Highlights
8.2
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Gulf of Guinea

Beautiful views of the West African coastline and the Atlantic intersection shortly after takeoff.

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Ahaggar Mountains

A rare look at the dramatic volcanic plugs and high plateaus in the heart of the Algerian desert.

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Spanish Levante

The transition from the Mediterranean Sea to the rugged eastern coastline of the Iberian Peninsula.

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Parisian Horizon

On clear days, the Eiffel Tower and the urban sprawl of Paris are visible in the distance to the East.

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The City & Canary Wharf

View the modern skyscrapers of London's financial districts and the O2 Arena during the descent.

The right side is ideal for night flights to see the dense, glittering lights of the Benelux region and the City of London. If the flight arrives from the West (less common), the right side becomes the primary side for viewing the city center.

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Route Information

Distance: 5,004 km (3,109 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 5 hrs 53 min

Departure: LOS (6.5773701667785645, 3.321160078048706)

Arrival: LHR (51.4706, -0.461941)

Route Type: International

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